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The 15 Best Tours & Day Trips in China, All in One Place

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Everything with a guide, a boat or a bullet train attached, in one place. The 15 below are the ones worth a whole day, priced and timed, with the rest of the catalogue underneath.

From Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall Tours with Options - Four to five hours among Mutianyu’s towers
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From Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall Tours with Options

1.Mutianyu Great Wall Tours with Options

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 9,216 reviews · 8 - 10 hours · from $19Our pick

Take a direct Mubus coach from central Beijing to Mutianyu for four to five hours on the Wall. Choose independent exploring, a 30-minute architecture talk, a demanding 5-kilometer hike, lunch, or an overnight villa stay. Guides speak English, Spanish, or Russian, with guides such as Jily, Helly, Amelia, and John often praised for clear advice.

“We had an absolutely wonderful day today with perfect weather! We visited two of Beijing’s most iconic attractions: Mutianyu Great Wall and the Summer Palace. Our tour guide Amelia was incredibly professional and passionate. She shared detailed historical stories and made the whole trip enjoyable and informative. The Mutianyu Great Wall was breathtakingly spectacular—far more impressive than we imagined. The cable car ride up and the thrilling slide down were such fun experiences that we highly recommend. The Summer Palace was equally beautiful, with stunning lakes, pavilions, and traditional Chinese architecture. Every corner felt like a painting. Amelia took great care of our group, kept u...”

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Beijing: Forbidden City Tour(Group/Private)-Tickets Included - Crossing the Meridian Gate
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Beijing: Forbidden City Tour(Group/Private)-Tickets Included

2.Forbidden City Tour(Group/Private)-Tickets Included

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 7,974 reviews · 3 - 8 hours · from $4

Choose a small-group or private visit to Tian’anmen Square and the Forbidden City, led by an English-speaking guide such as Mina, Maria, Jay, or Miko. You’ll see the palace’s main axis, Imperial Garden, and selected western courtyards, with longer options adding the Clock and Treasure halls or Coal Hill Park. Palace entry is arranged for you.

“Tour was great. Miko messaged me day before with thorough instructions. Got to learn a lot and Miko answered all our questions. Definitely recommend”

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Beijing: T-Square & Forbidden City Group or Private Tour - Entering the Forbidden City through the imperial heart of Beijing
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Beijing: T-Square & Forbidden City Group or Private Tour

3.T-Square & Forbidden City Group or Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,446 reviews · 3 - 8 hours · from $17

See Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City with a guide such as Tony, Gary, Michael, or Song, depending on availability and language. Choose a three to four-hour group visit, a private tour, or an extended day with the Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, hutong dumpling class, or Great Wall. Bring your passport and expect strict security checks.

“Gary was excellent! It was a wonderful tour and we learnt so much. I definitely recommend!”

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Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall Daily Tour with Ticket & Lunch - Five hours to choose your own route
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Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall Daily Tour with Ticket & Lunch

4.Mutianyu Great Wall Daily Tour with Ticket & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,056 reviews · 9 hours · from $18Top rated

Meet guide Kevin, Linda, or another English-speaking guide at Zhangzizhonglu Subway Station at 8:00 AM. Ride by bus to Mutianyu, enter with your ticket, and spend about five hours exploring the Wall. Add a Chinese-style lunch for good value. Cable cars and the toboggan cost extra.

“I had a great time, Kevin was a nice guide! The lunch was also great.”

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All-Inclusive Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall - Walking through the Forbidden City
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All-Inclusive Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall

5.All-Inclusive Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,873 reviews · from $128

Spend 9 to 11 hours exploring Beijing with a private guide such as Lucy, Wendy, Jerry, or Bobo. Visit Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, eat lunch at a local restaurant, then hike Mutianyu Great Wall with a cable car or chairlift and toboggan option. Hotel pickup, tickets, water, and return transport are included.

“Lucy was our tour guide. She went above and beyond to make sure our family saw everything wev wanted to see and have the best experience. I high recommend Lucy and this tour!!”

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MuBus: Mutianyu Great Wall ENG/ESP/RUS Guided Bus Tour - Arriving at Mutianyu and getting uphill
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MuBus: Mutianyu Great Wall ENG/ESP/RUS Guided Bus Tour

6.MuBus: Mutianyu Great Wall ENG/ESP/RUS Guided Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,361 reviews · from $20

Take a direct MuBus from Dongzhimen to Mutianyu, with an English, Spanish, or Russian guide on board. You get entry, internal shuttle buses, tea, snacks, and about five hours at the Wall. Guides such as Kevin, Mike, Taka, and Helly help with routes and tickets. Add a buffet lunch or choose the 5-kilometer hiking option.

“This is a bare bones tour that gets you to the Wall and back, and sorts out the admin of getting tickets. That said, it served my needs. Our guide on the bus, Jili, provided some handy info on the history of the Great Wall, as well as what to expext once we got there. Once you're at the Wall, you're pretty much on your own, with well over 5 hours to explore Mutianyu.”

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4-Hour Small Group Tour to Forbidden City with Entry Tickets - The Meridian Gate and the first palace story
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4-Hour Small Group Tour to Forbidden City with Entry Tickets

7.4-Hour Small Group Tour to Forbidden City with Entry Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,863 reviews · from $15

Meet your guide in central Beijing for a 3 to 4-hour small-group walk through the Forbidden City. Your prebooked ticket covers the palace, while guides such as Jimmy, Maria, Miko, and Vivian explain Ming and Qing court life. Choose Tiananmen Square or Jingshan Park as your added stop, and bring your actual passport.

“Great tour! Directions and communication were clear. Our guide (Mike) was professional, friendly and provided lots of useful information.”

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Beijing Full Day Tours: Tiananmen Sq, Forbidden City, Great Wall - The Forbidden City, three hours inside the imperial complex
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Beijing Full Day Tours: Tiananmen Sq, Forbidden City, Great Wall

8.Beijing Full Day Tours: Tiananmen Sq, Forbidden City, Great Wall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,634 reviews · from $99

Start with hotel pickup, then visit Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City before driving to Mutianyu Great Wall. This 10 to 11 hour small-group tour includes tickets, buffet lunch, water, headsets, and a cable car or chairlift with toboggan. Guides such as Helen and Rocky are known for clear explanations and helpful photos.

“We had Helen as a tour guide. She is approachable, attentive and accommodating. She provided information about places well. We had a good experience with her.”

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Hong Kong: Dolphin Cruise, Big Buddha & Lantau Island Tour - Searching for dolphins off Lantau
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Hong Kong: Dolphin Cruise, Big Buddha & Lantau Island Tour

9.Dolphin Cruise, Big Buddha & Lantau Island Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,512 reviews · 7 hours · from $35

Spend seven hours exploring Lantau Island with an English-speaking guide such as Grace, Lok Lok, Eva, or Becky. Ride the train and bus, cruise for dolphins, visit Tai O’s stilt houses and floating market, see the Big Buddha, and choose the cable car for wide island views. Lunch and cable car access depend on the option selected.

“Grace was very organised and her enthusiasm is infectious. Very good value for money,”

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Authentic Local Food Tour in Central Shanghai - Walking toward Yunnan Road and the Former French Concession
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Authentic Local Food Tour in Central Shanghai

10.Authentic Local Food Tour in Central Shanghai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,382 reviews · from $79

Walk from Huangpi Nan Road through Xintiandi, the Former French Concession, and People’s Square while tasting Shanghainese favorites. Your guide may be Kurt, Jade, TJ, Jim, Helen, or Wang Jian, depending on the departure. Expect soup dumplings, noodles, pork, tea, dessert, and enough food for a full meal.

“Great evening with Kurt who was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Lots of different dishes to try and some wouldn’t have picked but which surprised me. There was plenty of food and variety and the pace of the evening was just right. Thanks for a very memorable experience Kurt!”

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Lantau Island Day Trip - Big Buddha & Tai O - Meeting in Central and heading toward Lantau
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Lantau Island Day Trip – Big Buddha & Tai O

11.Lantau Island Day Trip – Big Buddha & Tai O

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,328 reviews · from $48

Spend about seven hours exploring Lantau Island with an English-speaking guide. Visit Tian Tan Buddha, Tai O fishing village, and Ngong Ping. Depending on your booking, you may add the Ngong Ping 360 cable car and dolphin cruise. Guides such as Grace, Becky, Calvin, and Lok Lok have led recent departures.

“I had a great time with Grace! Super fun. She brought a great energy to the trip. The day included many activities and great memories”

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Mini Group Xian Day Tour to Terracotta Army, City Wall, Pagoda and Muslim Bazaar - The Terracotta Army: the day’s essential stop
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Mini Group Xian Day Tour to Terracotta Army, City Wall, Pagoda and Muslim Bazaar

12.Mini Group Xian Day Tour to Terracotta Army, City Wall, Pagoda and Muslim Bazaar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,320 reviews · from $49

Spend a full day exploring Xi’an with hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, transport, entry fees, lunch, bottled water, and headset commentary. The route covers the Terracotta Army, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, ancient City Wall, and Muslim Quarter. Groups usually number about 12, with private upgrades available.

“What an amazing experience with our fantastic guide jacky. So professional . Knowledgable, and answered all questions fully . We loved hearing him tell the extra little bits of info that made it so special for us. Highly recommend the tour oh and the Terracotta Army were good as well lol”

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Beijing: Tianmen Square, Forbidden City & Royal Museum Tours - The Royal Treasures Museum Option
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Beijing: Tianmen Square, Forbidden City & Royal Museum Tours

13.Tianmen Square, Forbidden City & Royal Museum Tours

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,288 reviews · from $4

Explore Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City with an English or Spanish guide. Choose simple ticket booking, a 15 to 20 person group tour, or a private visit with flexible timing. Some options include the Royal Treasures Museum. Guides such as Linda, Vanessa, Mary, Snow, and Icy are praised for clear stories and thoughtful help in the heat.

“The meeting point could be closer to the entrance, because it's a lot of walking inside the palace anyway.”

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Mubus: Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour with Summer Palace Options - Meeting at Dongzhimen and riding to the wall
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Mubus: Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour with Summer Palace Options

14.Mubus: Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour with Summer Palace Options

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,272 reviews · from $20

Take Mubus from Dongzhimen to Mutianyu on an 8:00 or 10:00 departure. Your English-speaking guide, such as Mike, Jilly, Leo, or Cici, explains the wall on the ride and helps with route choices. Entry, internal shuttle, tea, snacks, and luggage storage are included. Cable cars, toboggan rides, lunch, and Summer Palace options depend on the package you choose.

“Recomendo 100% o passeio!! Tem café, a guia fala inglês, o que facilita nossa vida, pois as pessoas que trabalham na muralha não falam!!! Tem um almoço muitoooooooo gostosooooooo no final do passeio e recomendo comprar os pacotes que são oferecidos na hora com teleférico, escorregador, etc!!”

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Beijing:Mutianyu Great Wall Private Trip with English Driver - Pickup in Beijing and the 1.5-hour drive
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Beijing:Mutianyu Great Wall Private Trip with English Driver

15.Mutianyu Great Wall Private Trip with English Driver

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,263 reviews · 6 - 8 hours · from $84

Travel from Beijing to Mutianyu in a private air-conditioned car with an English-speaking driver such as Peter, Jack, Naomi, or Shane. Your driver helps with entrance and shuttle tickets, explains the route, and leaves you free to explore for about three hours. Cable car and toboggan rides cost extra.

“I had a really great time with Peter, he picked me up in my hotel in the lobby in the agree time, very punctual and reliable!! He explained about the great wall and gave me some tips to enjoy it better. Recommended this tour to everyone!!”

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